The Software Engineer works with leads and senior engineers within an Agile team to design, develop, implement, and maintain Java based applications using Java/REST API/REACT/ JavaScript/SQL and integrate with existing back office systems. The software engineer is also expected to accept coaching, seek training, participate in upskilling activities, and learn the area with an eye on progressing to senior levels. The software engineer can also expect to participate in modernization efforts for a variety of Group Benefits applications. This includes refactoring the application for a move to the cloud and reorganizing existing data for database migration.

You will join a team that is part of a SAFe Agile Release Train. In this position, you will be expected to partner with developers located in both the US and India.

You will

Receive training and knowledge transfer from Java developers, the current team lead, and SMEs to accelerate your transition into the role.

Work with our Application Modernization teams to refactor our legacy applications using modern technologies and patterns.

Assist in solving application related issues such as UI performance, process tuning, and error analysis.

Engage in Proof of Concept, prototyping, and feasibility analysis to determine the best approach to requirements and problems for both modernization and business requirement efforts.

Attend all SAFe ceremonies and actively participate.

Attain mastery using TIBCO BW and iProcess as well as other workflow solutions.

Analyze existing programs and stored procedures for refactoring opportunities.

Recommend improvements by studying current practices and proposing/designing modifications.

Collaborate and communicate with all developers and partners within the train.

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.

You have

4+ years of experience and excellent programming skills using Java, Rest API, REACT, jQuery, and JavaScript.

Experience with MVC architecture

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience with Agile Software Development Life Cycle using Kanban, Scrum, or the Scaled Agile Framework.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Development experience in a cross-platform and multi-tier environment.

Critical thinking skills, ability to define problems, establish facts and draw conclusions.

A strong drive and willingness to grow beyond your current position and responsibilities.

Nice to have

AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification.

Experience with process automation.

Experience with AI tools for code development and office products.

Experience in performance testing and tuning.

Scrum team experience.

Knowledge of group insurance.

Struts framework knowledge.

TIBCO BW and iProcess knowledge.

Salary Range$78,230.00 - $117,342.50

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals.  Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

Inspire Well-Being

As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.

Health Care

Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts

Critical illness insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage

Accident insurance

Retirement and Financial

401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable

Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative

Time Off and Remote Work

Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)

Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement

Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days

Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies

Emotional Well-being and Work-Life

Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health

Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement

Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons

Adoption assistance

College planning

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas

Equity & Inclusion

Opportunities to build inclusive and meaningful connections through involvement in colleague-led affinity groups:

Employee Resource Groups:

Colleague Connection Committees

Community Involvement Committees

A culture that encourages colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work

Voluntary self-ID

Pronunciation and phonetic spelling of names

Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant_accommodation@glic.com.

Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.